Texas weather can shift in minutes, and when it does, your roof is often the first part of your home to take the hit. Whether it’s a sudden wind burst, unexpected hail, or a fallen limb, knowing how to respond in a roofing emergency can prevent expensive interior damage and help you navigate the insurance process with confidence.
What Counts as a Roofing Emergency?
A roofing emergency is any situation where your home is exposed to active water intrusion or structural vulnerability. That includes significant leaks, torn or missing shingles with exposed decking, fallen tree limbs, or flashing ripped away during high winds. If the conditions allow additional water to enter your home, it’s an emergency — even if the roof looks “mostly fine” from the ground.
If this happens, start here:
Emergency Roofing Services →
What To Do Immediately After a Storm
1. Put safety first.
Roofs are extremely slick after rain, and wind-lifted shingles or loose debris can make climbing dangerous. Perform an initial look from the ground until conditions are stable.
2. Protect your home’s interior.
Move furniture, use towels or buckets to catch water, and cover valuables if a leak has already begun. These quick steps limit secondary damage while you call for help.
3. Document everything.
Take clear photos or videos of visible damage, shingle fragments on the ground, debris, and any water intrusion indoors. These images support your claim later.
4. Call New Rüf for a rapid emergency inspection.
Our team can tarp exposed areas, stabilize the structure, and begin a detailed HITEK drone inspection once the weather clears.
How Emergency Roofers Protect Your Home
When New Rüf arrives, the priority is stopping active water intrusion and securing your home from further damage. Temporary tarping, sealing exposed decking, removing debris, and stabilizing loose materials are common steps. Afterward, our HITEK drone inspection provides a detailed NewTek360 report — a huge advantage when filing claims or understanding your repair options.
If you suspect storm-related damage, this guide will help you identify what to look for:
How to Spot and Repair Storm Damage from Summer Hail & Wind in Central Texas.
Should You File an Insurance Claim Right Away?
Not necessarily. Many homeowners file too early, before the full extent and cause of the damage is documented. Insurance carriers often differentiate between storm damage and normal wear, so a professional inspection helps determine whether filing an insurance claim is the right move.
New Rüf can help by documenting the condition of your roof before and after the storm, meeting adjusters onsite, and providing evidence that reduces the likelihood of disputes.
What Temporary Repairs Can Be Done?
Emergency tarping and temporary sealing can protect your home from further leaks until permanent repairs are scheduled. These measures aren’t meant to last long-term, but they can prevent thousands in interior damage — especially when storms continue throughout the season.
If you’re unsure what long-term repairs may cost, the Roofing Estimate Calculator offers a realistic starting point.
How to Prevent Future Roofing Emergencies
Emergencies can’t always be avoided, but many severe issues start as small, repairable weaknesses. That’s why New Rüf recommends yearly inspections — especially in fall — to catch loose shingles, weakened flashing, clogged gutters, or early storm damage before it escalates.
For deeper insight into how roofs hold up in Texas weather, this post is helpful:
Which Roofing Materials Best Stand Up to Texas Fall Weather
The New Rüf Difference in Emergency Roofing
Emergency situations require skill, precision, and fast action. New Rüf’s combination of GAF Master Elite® craftsmanship, drone-powered inspections, NewTek360 documentation, and honest, transparent recommendations sets us apart. Homeowners trust our team because we arrive quickly, stabilize the home, and guide them through decisions without pressure.
Need Emergency Roofing Help Now?
Don’t wait for leaks to spread or for the next storm to complicate things. Here are the fastest next steps:
New Rüf is here to protect your home with fast response, advanced inspection technology, and the roofing expertise Texas homeowners rely on.
